Tag Archive for: brain health

The connection between intellectual activity and brain health

Being intellectually engaged may benefit the brain, which means it’s important to learn and practice new skills.

Newest BrainBeat podcast offers tips for dementia caregivers

The latest BrainBeat podcast features Dr. Maureen O’Connor and spotlights the difficult journeys of dementia caregivers.

Lifestyle changes for better brain health

In this rousing Q&A, Dr. Gary Small shares how small lifestyle changes over time can lead to better brain health.

When age is really just a number

SuperAgers are people who are over 80 years old with the cognition of a 50- or 60-year-old. How did they get that way?

The connection between nutrition and brain health

Healthy nutrition helps us to stay fit and live better lives. Certain diets are especially good for brain health.

From neuropsychologist to young adult novelist

Katie Keridan spent the first 12 years of her career as a pediatric neuropsychologist; then she decided to work with kids in a different way.

How TMS treats depression

In this Q&A, Dr. Jeff Daskalakis explains the science behind TMS, and how magnetic waves treat depression.

My experience treating depression with magnetic waves

After a lifetime of battling depression, one woman turns to magnetic waves to trigger change in her brain.

How social connections can improve brain health

Social connections are yet another part of life that contribute to brain health. NAN’s latest video explains why and how.

Former NAN President quoted in Reader’s Digest story about intelligence

A popular magazine published an article about intelligence, and the author turned to a former NAN president for help.